Product recallOPSS
Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50 recalled over microbial contamination
Product recall for Essence Concealer presenting a risk of microbiological contamination.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 4059729218094
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- 0DBCA
- 0DBCB
What to do now
Microbial contamination is the problem with Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50.
- Stop using it.
- Do not apply it to broken skin or near the eyes.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Contaminated cosmetics and household products can cause skin, eye and other infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or broken skin.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- redness, swelling or soreness where it was used
- eye irritation
Get help urgently
- signs of infection with a high temperature — speak to your GP or NHS 111
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2306-0079). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Essence Concealer presenting a risk of microbiological contamination.
The risk
The product has been recalled due to microbiological contamination of the product with the bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which can cause infections, particularly people who are immunocompromised. This is limited to the listed batch numbers.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.
Action taken
Recall of the product from end users
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users. Owners should cease use of the product immediately.
For products purchased from Wilko, please access the following webpage for further information: https://www.wilko.com/en-uk/product-recalls .
For products purchased from other distributors, contact them to request redress and further instructions.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2306-0079
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Camouflage+ Matt Concealer covering liquid concealer with matt finish in a tube container in shade 50, ”warm toast”. The tube is transparent showing the product within and has a rounded black lid, with a circular white sticker on it.
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Questions
Why has Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50 been recalled?
Microbial contamination is the problem with Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50. Contaminated cosmetics and household products can cause skin, eye and other infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems or broken skin.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and batch code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it. Do not apply it to broken skin or near the eyes.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Essence CAMOUFLAGE+ MATT concealer - Shade 50 sold?
The notice names Wilko. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
